Tiafoe & Fritz to replace injured Nadal in Vegas exhibition event

Sunday, 19 February 2023 at 03:40

Updated at Sunday, 19 February 2023 at 02:06

byZachary Wimer

Tennis fans around the world were left disappointed when news broke out that Rafael Nadal had to withdraw from the upcoming ‘MGM Rewards the Slam'.

The good news, however, is that the event organizers have quickly found a way to keep the excitement going by adding two top American singles players, Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe, to the lineup.

On Sunday, March 5th, the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas will host this exciting event, which will now feature a highly-anticipated match between Fritz and Tiafoe. The winner of this match will then have the opportunity to face off against Carlos Alcaraz, the current world No. 2-ranked player and reigning US Open champion.

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Fritz and Tiafoe are both talented players in their own right, and this match promises to be an exciting battle between two of America's top players. The 25-year-old Fritz has been making waves in the tennis world since turning pro in 2015. He is currently ranked No. 7 on the ATP Tour and has made significant progress in his career over the past few years. Fritz is known for his powerful serve, aggressive style of play, and ability to hit winners from both the forehand and backhand side.

Tiafoe, on the other hand, is ranked No. 15 on the ATP Tour and has been making steady progress in his career over the past few years. He is known for his athleticism and ability to retrieve balls that most players would consider unreturnable. Tiafoe has a well-rounded game, and his ability to play well on all surfaces makes him a dangerous opponent for anyone.

The addition of Fritz and Tiafoe to the MGM Rewards the Slam Presented by Chase Sapphire event is a great opportunity for American tennis fans to see two of their top players in action. The organizers have done an excellent job of quickly finding a replacement for Nadal, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time.